Beltway's 'Funniest' to face off

The “Funniest Celebrity in Washington” contest is an annual affair that pits politicos against politicos in a battle for humor. This year’s slate is set to be announced soon and will feature such stand-up acts as Ralph Nader, former Virginia Gov. Jim Gilmore, Rep. Mike Honda (D-Calif.) and the Department of Defense’s Michele Jones. Journalists include Candy Crowley, Steve Clemons, Matt Cooper and Jamie Weinstein.

The event will take place Sept. 25 at the DC Improv and raise money for Final Salute, Inc., which provides housing to homeless women veterans.